The Delta Aquarid meteor shower will be visible for two nights this week.

The meteor shower is most visible in the Northern Hemisphere.

Astronomers regard it as an average-sized shower, and it runs annually from July 12 to August 23.

If you want to see its display of shooting stars here is everything you need to know.

And remember, if you spot one, make a wish. . .

When will it peak?

The Delta Aquarid runs for about six weeks but will be most visible this week on Thursday, July 27 and Friday, July 28. The moon will set before midnight and the best viewing times are between 2am and 3am on both days.

Keep your eyes peeled for the meteor shower this week

Astronomy website Earthsky.org said: "An hour or two before dawn usually presents the most favourable view of the Delta Aquariids. At the shower’s peak in late July 2017, the rather faint Delta Aquarid meteors will not have to contend with moonlight, as the waxing crescent moon will set before the midnight hour. But by early August, the waxing gibbous moon will definitely intrude. Best seen in the wee hours before dawn in late July."